AXIAL-TORSION TEST SYSTEMS

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Designed for combined axial and torsional loading, the BV series delivers comprehensive mechanical characterization of materials and components. Available in a wide range of load capacities, with torque up to 230 Nm, our axial-torsion systems combine a compact and rigid design with the flexibility to integrate with our full range of actuators (both EA and UD).
Features

Max. Torque: 230 Nm

Test types

Axial-Torsion
Static
Dynamic

Applications

Materials
Biomedical
Wires and Screws

axial torsion testing machines
axial torsion testing machines

AXIAL-TORSION TEST SYSTEMS

Brochure
Designed for combined axial and torsional loading, the BV series delivers comprehensive mechanical characterization of materials and components. Available in a wide range of load capacities, with torque up to 230 Nm, our axial-torsion systems combine a compact and rigid design with the flexibility to integrate with our full range of actuators (both EA and UD).
Features

Max. Torque: 230 Nm

Test types

Axial-Torsion
Static
Dynamic

Applications

Materials
Biomedical
Wires and Screws

Biaxial testing: Axial & Torsional

BV series supports both static and dynamic test profiles, including torsional fatigue, combined load fatigue and multiaxial stress analysis. Fully compatible with climatic chambers, strain gauges and a wide range of grips and accessories, these systems adapt to the most demanding test requirements across research and industrial environments.

  • Control of two or more synchronised electromechanical axes
  • Absolute rotary encoder
  • High-resolution 24-bit data acquisition
  • Remote control
  • Control station in separate and independent position
  • Simple and flexible test management via the graphical Test Center interface
  • Wide range of grippers, dedicated test accessories and load cells
  • Integration with strain gauges and climatic chambers

Max. Dynamic torque: 230 Nm

Max. Test speed: 350 rpm

Max. Admissible static axial load: 50 kN

Max. Admissible dynamic axial load: 35 kN

  • Biomedical: Implants, bone and soft tissue mechanical characterization, surgical instrument testing
  • Automotive: Driveshafts, rubber components, fasteners, suspension parts fatigue testing
  • Aerospace: Composite materials, structural components, combined load fatigue analysis
  • Materials testing: Metals, plastics, polymers, torsional fatigue and failure testing

FEATURES

No maintenance

High reliability

High efficiency

Single controller

Simple installation

BV SERIESBV020BV035BV060BV080BV100BV170BV230
Continuos torque15 Nm25 Nm45 Nm55 Nm80 Nm135 Nm160 Nm
Dynamic torque (sinusoidal fatigue)20 Nm35 Nm60 Nm80 Nm100 Nm170 Nm230 Nm
Test speed350 rpm350 rpm200 rpm150 rpm200 rpm200 rpm100 rpm
Static axial load (max. admissible) *15 kN50 kN50 kN50 kN50 kN50 kN50 kN
Dynamic axial load (max. admissible) *10.5 kN35 kN35 kN35 kN35 kN35 kN35 kN
CoolingAirAirAirAirWater closed circuitWater closed circuitWater closed circuit
Max. number of revolutions
±10000 *
Rotational absolute encoder
Integrated
* Higher values on request

Certified Standards

PROOF MATERIAL NORMA DESCRIPTION
Static tests Plastic ASTM D638 Tensile properties of plastics
Static tests Plastic ISO 527-1
ISO 527-2		 Plastics-Determination of Tensile Properties
PROOF MATERIAL NORMA DESCRIPTION
Static tests Metal ASTM E21 High-temperature tensile testing of metallic materials
Static tests Metal ASTM E290 Material bending test for ductility
Static tests Metal ASTM E517 Plastic deformation ratio r for sheet metal
Static tests Metal ASTM E646 Tensile hardening exponents (n-values) of sheet metal materials
Static tests Metal ASTM E8M Tensile testing of metallic materials
Static tests Metal ASTM E9 Compression testing of metallic materials at room temperature
Static tests Metal EN 10002-1:2001 (replaced by ISO EN 6892-1:2019) Tensile testing of metallic materials. Test method at room temperature
Static tests Metal ISO 6892-1 Metallic materials – Tensile testing Part 1: Test method at room temperature
Static tests Metal ISO 7438 Metallic materials. Proof of folding.
Static tests Metal ISO 783 Metallic materials – Tensile test of steel at high temperature
PROOF MATERIAL NORMA DESCRIPTION
Static / Fatigue Bikes EN 15194 Electrically assisted pedal cycles – EPAC Bicycles – test methods
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-3 Bicycle safety requirements – Part 3: Common test methods
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-4 Safety requirements for bicycles – Part 4: Braking test methods
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-5 Bicycle safety requirements – Part 5: Steering test methods
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-6 Safety requirements for bicycles – Part 6: Test methods for frame and fork
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-7 Bicycle safety requirements – Part 7: Test methods for wheels and rims
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-8 Safety requirements for bicycles – Part 8: Pedal and drive system test methods
Static / Fatigue Bikes ISO 4210-9 Bicycle safety requirements – Part 9: Test methods for saddles and seatposts
PROOF MATERIAL NORMA DESCRIPTION
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F1264 Standard Specifications and Test Methods for Intramedullary Fixation Devices
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F1717 Standard test methods for spinal implant structures in a vertebrectomy model
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F1798 Standard test method for the evaluation of static and fatigue properties of interconnection mechanisms and subassemblies used in spinal arthrodesis implants
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F1800 Standard Practice for Cyclic Fatigue Testing of Metal Components of the Tibial Plateau of Total Knee Joint Prostheses
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2068 Standard specifications for femoral prostheses – metal implants
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2077 Test methods for intervertebral body fusion devices
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2193 Standard specifications and test methods for components used in surgical fixation of the spinal skeletal system
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2502 Standard specifications and test methods for resorbable plates and screws for internal fixation implants
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2580 Standard practice for evaluating the modular connection of a proximally fixed femoral hip prosthesis
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F2706 Standard test methods for occipito-cervical and occipito-cervical-thoracic spinal implant constructions in a vertebrectomy model
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F382 Standard Specifications and Test Method for Metal Bone Plates
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F384 Standard specifications and test methods for angled metal devices for orthopaedic fracture fixation
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ASTM F543 Standard Specifications and Test Methods for Metal Medical Bone Screws
Static / Fatigue Biomedical EN 843-1 Mechanical properties of monolithic ceramics at room temperature – Determination of flexural strength
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 11405 Tooth structure adhesion test
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 12189-8 Mechanical testing of implantable spinal devices – Fatigue test method for spinal implant assemblies using anterior support
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 14801 Dentistry – Implants – Dynamic load test for endosseous dental implants
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 14879-1 Total knee joint replacement Determining the strength properties of tibial knee trays
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 6872 Dentistry – Ceramic materials
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 7206 Surgical implants – Partial and total hip joint replacements
Static / Fatigue Biomedical ISO 9585 Surgical implants – Determination of flexural strength and stiffness of bone plates
PROOF MATERIAL NORMA DESCRIPTION
Static tests Rubber ISO 2439 Determination of hardness (indentation technique)
Static tests Rubber ISO 3386 Determination of stress-strain characteristics in compression
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